1998 BMW 330 vs. 1961 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1961 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 1961 NSU Prinz | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | 330 | Prinz |
Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |